Was it Thy Face? by Gilbert Parker

Name: Was it Thy Face?
Author: Gilbert Parker

The novel "Was It Thy Face?" by Gilbert Parker tells the story of a young woman named Margaret who falls in love with a man named John, only to discover that he has been hiding a dark secret from her. The book explores themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption as Margaret struggles to come to terms with John's past and decide whether or not she can trust him again.

By Gilbert Parker · First published 1903 · Genre: Poetry, Philosophical, Romantic · 158 words

First lines

Was it thy face I saw when, as a child, Night after night I watched one quiet star Shine 'tween my curtain and the window-bar Until I slept, and made my sleep more mild?

Was it thy influence outreaching then To me, o'er untrod years, o'er varying days, To give me courage, as from phase to phase Of youth's desires I passed to deeds of men?

Was it because the star was hid awhile, That I in blindness wandered from my path; That I wooed Folly with her mumming smile,

And sought for Lethe in a cup of wrath?

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Work type: Poem
Author: Gilbert Parker
Date: 1903 CE
Language: English
Genres: Poetry, Philosophical, Romantic, Reflective
Length: 158 words
Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Poetry — The text is structured in verse form, with a focus on rhythm and meter, characteristic of poetry.
Philosophical — The themes explore existential questions and introspection, common in philosophical literature.
Romantic — The text hints at themes of love and longing, typical of romantic literature.
Reflective — The narrative is introspective, reflecting on past experiences and personal growth.